DENVER — In his 15th at-bat with the bases loaded this season, St. Louis Cardinals first baseman Albert Pujols did not snap the tie atop the all-time National League leaders for grand slams in a season. But he did get every…

DENVER — St. Louis Cardinals shortstop Brendan Ryan makes his return to the lineup, but when it comes to returns of playoff importance it’s the other lineup that has the biggest name back in place: Colorado is starting Aaron Cook.

The…

ST. LOUIS — Following the splits of tonight’s opposing pitcher, Colorado Rockies lefty Jorge De La Rosa, has led the St. Louis Cardinals to fielding what arguably is there best defensive infield yet this season.

Rookie Tyler Greene, fresh from Class…

These are comments I made Monday in response to follow-up questions from readers. Keep the questions coming, either in the comments field below or by e-mail: e-mails to rhummel@post-dispatch.com.

• I’m fully on board with pursuing a closer (preferably lefthanded, like free-agent…